Yes, keeping roadkill is permitted in the Czech Republic under strict conditions. The Ministry of the Environment and regional authorities regulate its collection, requiring immediate reporting, proper documentation, and compliance with veterinary and environmental laws to prevent zoonotic risks.
Key Regulations for Keeping Roadkill in Czech Republic
- Mandatory Reporting: Roadkill must be reported to the local Krajská veterinární správa (Regional Veterinary Administration) within 24 hours via the ISUV (Integrated System for Animal Health) portal, as per Act No. 166/1999 Coll. on veterinary care.
- Permitted Species: Only non-protected species (e.g., roe deer, wild boar) may be kept; protected species (e.g., lynx, otter) are strictly off-limits under the Nature and Landscape Protection Act (No. 114/1992 Coll.).
- Hygiene and Disposal: Carcasses must undergo veterinary inspection for zoonoses (e.g., trichinellosis) before processing. Unclaimed or contaminated remains require incineration per Decree No. 208/2008 Coll. on animal by-products.
Post-2026 amendments to EU Animal By-Products Regulation (ABPR) may tighten cross-border trade rules, necessitating updated veterinary certificates for any repurposing (e.g., taxidermy, meat processing). Non-compliance risks fines up to CZK 100,000 (≈€4,000) or criminal liability under § 294 of the Criminal Code for unauthorized handling of animal products.